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Draw the body
Draw a big oval body like an egg lying on its side. Press lightly so you can fix it later.
▶ Watch this stepHow to Draw a Cartoon Crow
This cartoon crow is a round body, a round head, a big pointy beak, a big eye, a wing, a long tail and thin legs. Watch each step being drawn in pencil, then copy it on your own paper. It works for kids from about age 5 and for adult beginners too.
7 easy steps 15 minutes Easy level Ages 5 and up
Copy the dark lines in each step. The grey lines are the parts you already drew.
How to draw a cartoon crow, step by step
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Draw the big beak
On the front of the head, draw a big strong pointy beak.
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Draw the face
Draw a big round eye with a white shine and a pink cheek.
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Add the wing and tail
Draw a long wing on the body with feather lines, and a long tail sticking out at the back.
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Draw the legs and ground
Under the body, draw two thin legs with three toes each, standing on a line of grass.
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Color your crow
Very dark blue black for the body, head, wing and tail, dark grey for the beak and legs, and green for the grass.
▶ Watch this stepTips for a better cartoon crow
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Draw light first
Keep your first lines soft, then press harder once you like the shape.
2
Blue black
Color the crow very dark blue instead of pure black. Your lines will still show.
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Big beak
Make the beak big and strong.
4
Shiny eye
A big white eye with a dark pupil makes the crow look friendly.
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Go over the final lines
Trace your drawing with a darker pencil or a black pen so it stands out after coloring.
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Make it your own
Once you finish your crow, add a background, a friend or a funny hat.
Done? Now make it colourful
Colour your cartoon crow in, or keep practising with more ideas to copy.
Questions people ask
Is this cartoon crow easy enough for young kids?
Yes. Most children from about age 5 can follow it.
Are crows smart?
Yes. Crows are some of the smartest birds. They can use tools and remember faces.
What is the difference between a crow and a raven?
A raven is bigger with a thicker beak and a wedge shaped tail. A crow is smaller with a round tail.
What colors do I need for a cartoon crow?
Dark blue black, dark grey and green.
Can I print the steps?
Yes. Right click or long press any step picture to save it, then print it and keep it next to you while you draw.
